Very nice and homey cabin in a wonderful nature, only 40 minutes drive from Reykjavik. The cottage is located near lake Meðalfellsvatn and Hvalfjörður. The view is spectacular and the sunset is very beautiful.

The Cottage is 50 m2 with a lovely patio room. There are two bedrooms, kitchen, a living room and a sleeping loft for ten+ year olds and a bathroom, so the cottage takes seven guests in total. Beside the house is a patio that gives a good view over Hvalfjörður and the beautiful sunset. The cottage is very comfortable and gives a homey feeling.
The lawn is 2500 m2 and perfect for games to play outside.
We provide sheets, towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap, WC paper and kitchenware.

The nature surrounding the cottage is typical Icelandic nature. The mountainsides are stunning surrounding lakes, rivers and wildlife.

Georg’s place is very remote by a beautiful lake, but still very convenient as it's only about half an hour from downtown reykjavik. It has everything you need: cooking utensils, radio, shower, comfortable beds, etc. We (a group of 3) had an awesome stay!

Angie2017-08-16T00:00:00Z

We had a fantastic time at Georg's place! It is located most beautifully between bay and mountains. Perfect glassed in conservatory to watch eternal sunsets over the bay. It is very safe for the children to run around. Good hiking nearby, and that only 40 min drive from Reykjavik central.

Leah2017-08-12T00:00:00Z

The house is very good. A little extra, the jacuzzi which is very appreciated after a day of walking. I recommend.

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A brand new warm and cozy cabin located in Kjós, Hvalfjörður, only 35 minutes from Reykjavík. The perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful northern lights and to visit the Golden Circle.

For the last months we have been working on this project with my family and now it's finally coming to life. The cabin was ready in the first week of July.
The cabin is located in Eilífsdalur, a valley in Kjós, Hvalfjörður. Here you'll be able to reach Reykjavík in only 35 minutes but still stay in the countryside, enjoying the nature close to some of the main attractions. Here you will find great walking trails, mountains for hiking, Geysir and the Golden Circle within an hour away.
Next to our garden we are often lucky to get visits from the Icelandic horses so be sure to have your camera at hand even though you are just walking around the garden. During winter you'll have the opportunity of enjoying the northern lights just outside on the patio.
The cabin is perfect for families or groups of 2-4 people travelling together.
You'll enter into a small hall with a closet where you can hang your outerwear. Beautiful tiles covering the entrance and the bathroom floor will give you a welcoming feeling.
From the entrance hall you'll find a small bathroom with shower, towels and a hairdryer.
The entrance will also take you into the open living room with a bohemian, warm style and fully equipped kitchen where you'll find a small refrigerator, oven, stove, toaster, electric kettle, and pots and pans for cooking. You'll find a french press and a delicious coffee, tea and hot chocolate for you to enjoy. In the living room you'll feel the cozy atmosphere where you can enjoy quality time under a blanket admiring the view, playing cards or simply just enjoying the quietness. In the living room we have a sleeping sofa where two person can sleep.
From the living room you can walk out on a small patio with chairs, table and a BBQ - perfect to enjoy the sunset!
In the bedroom you'll find a queen size bed, closet and a 40" flatscreen. Above the bedroom is a small loft with comfortable mattresses where two people can sleep.

The cabin is located in Eilífsdalur, a quiet are in Hvalfjörður. The valley is surrounded by mountains and green area

This cabin is more than fantastic! I've traveled throughout Europe, and I guarantee, if one likes to split time between the city and nature, this place is perfect! It takes no time to get to the city, but at night and in the morning, one can live real Iceland. The host is more than responsive, plus she has a lovely personality and was so very accommodating. If I could rate this cabin higher than 5 stars, I certainly would. That said, I stayed with my three college aged daughters. They echo my response.

Allison2017-08-07T00:00:00Z

If you want to live in a quiet and absolutely astonishing scenery, this small cabin is the perfect place to stay. You have beautiful mountains all around and icelandic horses right outside your window. The cabin is newly build and very cosy. You feel at home at once. We stayed 2 adults and 2 teenagers and we fitted in just fine, even though it's small. The cabin is placed in a very beautiful part of Iceland near the Hvalfjörur fjord. Kristjana was a very nice and helpful hostess and level of service was hotel standard.

Nicolaj2017-07-14T00:00:00Z

Kris was such a warm and welcoming host! She helped us with so many recommendations of things to do and see in the area as well as places to buy food. The check in process was so easy because Kris explained everything so simply! Definitely going to come back to this beautiful country and check out Kris' cabin again :)

Zachary2017-08-28T00:00:00Z

Beautiful little chalet tucked away in a stunning valley. Great facilities, fully kitted out kitchen all brand new and good quality. The gas BBQ on the veranda was a great addition. Detailed instructions about access were really useful. I was initially a little concerned about taking my little hire car up the non-tarmacked road but actually it was nothing to worry about. For families, a small playground complete with trampoline just a five minute walk further up the valley was a nice find. For younger children though it's worth noting that the attic access is via a rather steep ladder. My 3yo was very comfortable on the sofa bed however which had been prepared for us. All in all a fabulous base for exploring Reykjavik and the surrounding countryside. Peaceful and charming.

Cat2017-07-30T00:00:00Z

The moment we drove up to our cabin we knew this place was going to be magical. About 30 Icelandic horses came running up to the pasture next to the cabin and our daughter was in love. It is a small cabin but the decorations and fixtures are lovely. Everything works well and we had enough supplies in the kitchen to eat at home. There are about 50 other cabins at least in this small Valley in a gated community. We went for a hike at 8 p.m. at the end of the cabin row. Our kids also loved the local playground which is only 3 minutes walk and there is even a soccer ball for kids to enjoy it all. Kris was so helpful with recommendations before we arrived. She made us so excited to come to Iceland and we would love to stay at her cabin again.

Sarabecka2017-08-03T00:00:00Z

This was the first time we used Airbnb and the whole experience was a good one. From the day the reservation was confirmed through the end of our stay Kris was in constant contact and was timely in responding to questions. Not just quick one-line answers but detailed emails. The cabin is located in a beautiful valley. It is fairly isolated, but other cabins are nearby. It is near mountains and near a stream/river. Driving to and from the cabin is breathtaking as is the view from the cabin. You will be driving along a gravel road to access the cabin, but gravel/stone roads are typical in Iceland. Think about that when renting your car. Getting to the cabin was easy thanks to Kris's detailed instructions including guidance on where to shop for groceries. The cabin was clean, cozy, comfortable with enough room for the three of us. Bedroom for 1 or a couple, sofa bed for 1 or another couple, and a loft with 2 futons. If you are looking for a rural experience but want modern amenities then this is the place. This was our first time in Iceland and the cabin was in the perfect location for us. Getting around was easy from here. We want to spend more time in the southern part of Iceland and are very likely to return. If Kris's place is available then this is where we want to stay!

Essan2017-08-13T00:00:00Z

We loved our stay in Kris's beautiful cabin. We could not have imagined a more wonderful place to stay, and feel so lucky that we got to discover this area--off the beaten track but also close to anything you might want to do in South Iceland. The landscape around the cabin was just breathtaking, and the cabin itself was a gem--lovely, comfortable and fully equipped. It was even nicer than it looks in the photos! We loved taking long walks, meeting horses on the way, and just enjoying the view...Hope we will be able to return again some time!

Johnny2017-07-24T00:00:00Z

Very cozy

Þorvaldur2017-07-08T00:00:00Z

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4

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Nice cottage with hot pot, center located at South-West Iceland, close to road no. 1, all time good accessibility. Magic nature, service and entertainment in the neighborhood, good view to northern lights. Further information about it in the house.

Good location close to the Reykjavik, good accessibility at the whole year. Magic nature in the neighborhood, good view for the northern lights, service and entertainment close by. Helpful information in the house.

The cottage was much better than I had expected; there were two separate rooms and both were very clean. There is also a hot tub that fills with hot spring water overlooking a meadow. Overall the place was excellent.

hong2017-08-16T00:00:00Z

What A great place and a great location. Right by the hills and a complete Icelandic feel. Great clean cottage. We had a great stay!

Andy2017-07-10T00:00:00Z

Landlord was very nice and helpful. There are maps of the area were ready with info. Beautiful peaceful place to stay. Totally awesome with the hot tub!

jan2016-08-28T00:00:00Z

The cabins were perfect for us (family of five), and the hot tub was very welcome after long days of exploring. Would definitely recommend and rent again. Thank you!

The cottages were adorable, clean, and cozy. Loved the hot pot which you just fill up whenever you want it, and this is so relaxing after a long day of hiking. Beautiful views and very secluded while only being about a 45 min drive from Reykjavik. When I had questions upon arrival they showed up within about 10 min to show me everything, they are extremely helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Brian2017-09-05T00:00:00Z

A very nice cottage in a nice place. Clean and confortable. Good comunication with owners.

Família2017-08-07T00:00:00Z

We enjoyed our stay here very much. The cabin is far enough away from the house that it feels like you are totally on your own, however, they are in the process of building another cabin nearby. You actually get two cabins with your stay. The main one does not have a shower, so we stayed in one cabin, but showered in another. This wasn't a problem at all and since the hot water in Iceland does have an odor, this was actually nice. The place was VERY clean. The bed was very comfortable and the host's son, who we met on arrival was very nice and helpful. I highly recommend.

Carrie2017-07-12T00:00:00Z

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Bungalow

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5

Bedrooms

This family cottage, our second home is cozy and comfortable in a nice and quiet environment.
It is in a safe gated cottage area in a beautiful valley Eilífsdalur, a perfect gateway for couples, families and a group of friends.
The house has a open space, kitchen/dining area/living room and TV room. Bathroom with shower and 3 bedrooms. A large patio with outdoor furniture and gas barbecue.
The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge/freezer, oven/stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker etc.

The cottage is 30 min from Reykjavik the capital of Iceland and 89 km from Keflavik international airport (80 min)

Incredible. Hire a car and stay here for a few nights. Hike the hills, discover the waterfall. It's a wonderful little cottage, in a tiny holiday town, nestled in a valley between snow capped hills. A half hour drive from Reykjavik, but it feels like a world away.

Murray2017-06-12T00:00:00Z

Soffia Kristin was very very hospitable and helpful. She met us personally to explain the workings of the gate into the area, to give us directions, maps and a GPS. She advised us where to buy groceries before arriving. The area is beautiful. Close enough to stores and Reykjavik to be convenient but far enough away to feel really removed. Great views from the porch. It was a great place to close to the city but also close to the great natural attractions of Iceland.

mary2016-08-30T00:00:00Z

Great cosy cabin in a nice quiet area, great for families. Soffia was a great host i'm every way :)

Kris2017-06-19T00:00:00Z

Loved this cottage. The place was charming, clean, and was in a beautiful valley. Soffia was very responsive and helpful.

Shelly2017-05-18T00:00:00Z

Soffia is a very kind lady. We can't (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) map the address of the cottage, so she gave us her GPS to find the road directly and reminded us some other important useful information. Her cottage is super amazing and warm sweet, we stayed two nights and saw the aurora each night because of the good position of cottage. We were so lucky to see that in this season. We just regretted that we can't stay longer there, maybe the next time, we will come back to Soffia's cottage. Thanks.

Xin2016-09-28T00:00:00Z

I cannot say enough good things about the cottage and Soffia. It is exactly how it looks in the photos, everything you could possibly need is there. I was traveling with my 2 children and it was so nice to have a place to call home every night. The area where the cottage is located is beautiful. Any questions we had, Soffia was quick to respond and very helpful.

Leah2017-08-13T00:00:00Z

Soffia's property has everything needed for a spectacular vacation experience. She was quick to respond to inquiries and the home itself is surround by a beautiful mountains and fields of purple flowers and sheep! Just absolution can't say enough wonderful things about this host!

Tamera2017-07-01T00:00:00Z

Soffia is a great host. She was very prompt in responding to any of our queries we had while pre-booking and also while staying at the cottage. The cottage is clean, well maintained and has everything to make anybody staying there for vacation feel themselves home and relaxed. The property is right in middle of the valley. The only downside could be the commute to the cottage from Reykjavik. Its a little bit off in the valley, but we enjoyed the 30 min drive to the place. Plenty of spots around the cottage for hike and taking pictures. We really enjoyed our stay @Soffia's.

Shoaib2016-10-05T00:00:00Z

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House

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5

Bedrooms

The cottage is close to the sea and you can see the seals play along the shore. The cottage although small is ideal for 2-4 person. It´s well equipped with free WIFI and has a hot tub on the veranda, where you can soak while enjoying the view.

There is a bedroom with a double bed and there is a double sleeping sofa in the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a gas grill on the veranda.

Our farm, Kalastaðir, where the cottage is located is only 55 km from Reykjavík in a beautiful landscape. The location is ideal for day trip sightseeing tours to tourist attractions in the South and West part of Iceland e.g. Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, Snæfellsnes and Borgarfjordur. The cottage is close to the sea and the view is breathtaking.

Thorvaldur & Brynja were fantastic hosts, very kind and welcoming. The directions were clear and they gave us a great family welcome. The cottages are beautiful, situated in a stunning spot just outside Reykjavik - would highly recommend to any one! We had the best time. Thanks to you both for being brilliant x x x

Joss2015-12-21T00:00:00Z

These cottages were the final stop on our vacation around Iceland, and I must say, it was a perfect end. The cottages look out on the mountains and water to a beautiful view. You can walk down to the water and really take in the beach (and find some whale bones!!). The hot tub also offers the perfect end to any day while looking off the porch. A lovely place and would recommend!

Raymond2017-03-26T00:00:00Z

The cottage is very nice and clean with a lovely view. We loved to sit every evening in the hot little pool for relaxing.

Charlotte2017-08-05T00:00:00Z

Well what can I say! This is 100% the best Air bnb there is. Quiet, clean, beautiful, lonely. The cabins are clean warm and spacious with all the cooking utensils and more. The hot tub is lush works perfectly! The views are literally second to none! I cannot thank Brynja enough for our lovely stay!

Simon2017-03-04T00:00:00Z

We had a great stay at the cottage. The beginning of a wonderful honeymoon! We loved the hot pot and location right on the ocean. We hiked to see Glymur Falls at the end of the fjord on our first day. Every night we were awes by the northern lights as we rested in the hot pot! We will be back for sure!

Erin2016-09-29T00:00:00Z

The cottage is really very good and exactly like the pictures. The place is very nice and quiet.

Thomas2016-09-30T00:00:00Z

What a fantastic place to stay. I couldn't fault it! The directions were clear and the hosts were really welcoming when we arrived. The cabin was clean and homely with all the amenities we needed. This location is perfect if you're looking for somewhere quiet with lovely views!

Ben2017-02-17T00:00:00Z

We totally enjoyed our stay at Brynja's cottage and will surely recommend it to our friends. The landscape and surrounding is just amazing and was one of the most appreciated area we have visited in Iceland.

Laurie2017-06-27T00:00:00Z

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Cabin

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4

Bedrooms

A private accommodation on a friendly farm. An apartment on the first floor with 2 rooms and a great view over sea and mountains. On the farm it is possible to take a guided riding tour in the spring- and summertime. Nice experience for beginners that like to try the Icelandic horses. Guests can also hike in a beautiful landscape. Only 40 minutes drive to Reykjavík and ten minutes drive to the nearest town, Akranes. Welcome!

The farm is close to the ocean "Hvalfjordur" with a scenic view. Feel free to walk around in the nature! Even though Kúludalsá is so close to the capital Reykjavík and the main road is nearby, the farm is a very quiet place and you really get the feeling that you are in the countryside.

There is a beautiful mountain close to Kúludalsá. It name is Akrafjall and it is a good choice for those who like to hike.
Nearby is the small town Akranes where you will f. eks. find good restaurants and a swimming pool with hot pots.

Ragnheidur's house is placed in a quiet area with an amazing view. It's a huge and comfortable apartment ideal to rest. She is very kind and a nice person, she helps you and gives advices in all that you need. We enjoyed our stay a lot and we highly recommend it!

ana luisa2017-07-02T00:00:00Z

Great farm air bnb with horses and a dog :) the host was friendly and showed us how to work everything. The space is huge which is a nice change for us! Kitchen had lots of utensils and cooking items. She gives you food to make breakfast which is great. Definitely recommend!

Lindsey2017-07-12T00:00:00Z

We enjoyed our short stay at Kúludalsá. Ragnheidur was very welcoming. The location on the fjord is beautiful and we appreciated the breakfast that Regnheidur made available for us as well as the wonderful view from the living room window.

Lorraine2016-10-01T00:00:00Z

This is a lovely location, the view is simply stunning and Ragnheidur was very welcoming.

Rachel2016-02-13T00:00:00Z

Our host, Ragnheidur, comes across as an honest hard working woman, who went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The appartment is large and comfortable, if a bit basic. Don't expect modern. We loved it!

Caroline2017-05-29T00:00:00Z

We had such a great time at Ragnheidur's farm! She was a wonderful host. She opened her home to us, letting us stay in her upstairs apartment home We had a beautiful tour on her horses. Loved her sweet dog. Great breakfast. Gracious host! Incredible view and good location after a day at Glymur!

Britt2017-07-27T00:00:00Z

A great place to stay! Ragnheidur is a wonderful, welcoming, and down to earth lady. She is very fond of her dog and horses and happy to introduce you to them. Really could not have asked for anything else from this stay.

David2017-04-27T00:00:00Z

I hade a wonderful time at Kulusdalsa! The host, Ragnheidur, is a wonderful and friendly person. She helped me to find my way in the stunningly beautiful surroundings. When I woke up in the mornings I could see the sun getting up over the fantastic view right outside the window. Kulusdala is a perfect place to rest and relax. It is in the beautiful and dramatic countryside and close to some small towns and to the capital. I hope to visit Kulusdala again! Thank you Ragnheidur and thanks to the lovely icelandic horses!

Lars2015-11-09T00:00:00Z

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Entire home/apt

Property Type

Apartment

Accommodates

5

Bedrooms

This cabin has permission to be rent out, No: HG-184. Great location in South west in a beautiful area in Hvalfjord with gorgeous mountains and woodland views, only 45 mins drive from Reykjavík. It is very central and a short drive to many attractions. Large wooden terrace with garden furniture, BBQ and Hot Tub. Attractive neighbourhood. Hvalfjörður is a great location for the Northern Lights. From October to April is a great time for the Northern Lights.

Our Cabin has an open living area, with good seating for eating and lounging. There are two double bedrooms and a sleep-loft. The bathroom has good shelf storage and a shower.
Large outdoor deck surrounds the whole house and that is where BBQ, outdoor furniture and the Hot Tub are. The garden area is large, with flat areas suitable for outdoor games and a small woodland area with blueberry bushes.
The house is very well equipped with all the kitchen utensils you need. including dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine.
There are plenty of parking spaces in the drive.
After a busy day, there is nothing nicer than relaxing in the well lit Hot Tub. There you can spend quality time, enjoying the midnight sun or the Northern Lights and the stars.

Places of interest:
Close to the Cabin you´ll find beautiful places, like the beautiful waterfall Glymur, Hotel Glymur Ferstikla restaurant and small supermarket, Skorradalur, golf area in Þórisstaðir, Geitabergsvatn were you can go fishing(URL HIDDEN)
Attractive plases to drive to: Thingvellir 60 min, Geysir 80 min, Gullfoss 90 min, Akranes 20 min, Borgarnes 30 min, Snæfellsjökull 60 min, Reykholt 40 min, Barnafossar, Húsafell and the caves at Surtshellir 40-60 to drive. All of these places mentioned are beautiful and worthy of a visit. We have some brochures at the summerhouse.

I do not know where to start about prasing this location and this host. It was AMAZING! First, the house. It is beautiful, large, clean and I mean spotless clean. We walked in to the dream house. The photo shows only part of the house - it is much larger! It is on a very large lot, and you do not see the neighbors. The location is beautiful, I wish we had more time to just walk around there. The air is so clean and fresh! The are two bedrooms and a loft upstairs, which is more than enough for the family of four. The towels Maggy prepared for us were huge and soft, and she even had the bathrobes to use for the hot tub! The kitchen linens were starched and she offered to use her spices, which were ample. We used the hot tub on our second night after a long series of hikes and it was very refreshing. There is grill which Maggy encouraged us to use, but we did not get a chance to use it. We lingered until noon on our departure day, because ther house was so warm and comfortable. This a steal compared to the nearby hotel prices. We used this house as a base for travelling to Arkanes, Borgarnes, and up to Stykkisholmur as well as to Husafell, Glymor (right there) and Reyholt. This was our first location outside Reykjavik and the kids kept talking about the house during our whole trip! Maggy is very responsible and responsive host. She emailed me very detailed instructions, including GPS directions and a map of her house location at least a week before the trip. Her instructions also included the nearby supermarkets and their closing times. She specifically mentioned that we are welcome to use the grill and the hot tub. She kept checking on us to make sure everything was fine during our stay. I recommended her to my friend and to my husband's coworker. Overall, this was an exceptional example of Icelander's hospitality. It exceeded our expectations in every aspect and I would strongly recommend this to anyone traveling, for true Iceland experience. Thank you, Maggy for making this memorable.

julie2014-08-26T00:00:00Z

Amazing cottage, very clean, very comfortable with a hot tub. Great start of our honeymoon. Maggy was very nice and easy to contact. From the house we visited the Snaefellsness peninsula, Reykjavik and some lovely sight seeing spots in the area.

Jantien2015-06-11T00:00:00Z

Magnea was very welcoming and friendly, she helped us find the cabin with ease in the dark by calling us with directions.. very helpful! when we arrived in Asparskogar it was very windy and raining, but that didn't stop the four of us getting straight in the hot tub, which was ready and waiting, turning on the outside sound system (nice surprise) and opening a nice bottle of red, our first night there was great. The second night the weather completely changed and stars came out which was beautiful, the scenery in the area is stunning, and we even caught a glimpse of the northern lights the following evening despite it being a little cloudy, we can only imagine how amazing they would be on a clear night. Would recommend the cottage and would love to return some day, there is so much more of iceland we would love to see. Thanks Magnea. Shaun & Kasia

Shaun2014-11-07T00:00:00Z

A magical place. Maggy was a wonderful host, and the place is just fantastic. Isolated, clean, and amongst unspeakable beauty. Though it's not needed, at least a small SUV would make the rough road ok the way a bit more comfortable. But a small car will do in the summer, though it's best if you are comfortable driving in/in slightly rough conditions/roads. Just a DREAM of a location! We will DEFINITELY come again if possible, but I'm worried this location will be hard to book in the future because it is so incredible!

Charles2017-06-05T00:00:00Z

This place is great! We visited Reykjavik and Gullfoss and Geysir, found a lot of blue berries and loved the hot pot. A really well-equipped cozy place.

Julia2017-08-21T00:00:00Z

Maggys place was really awesome!!!! Everything was lovely and great! Hot tub was enjoyed every evening - PERFECT!

Trude2017-05-22T00:00:00Z

Maggy's cabin is very cosy in a beautiful spot. We directly felt well and enjoyed the hot tub every evening. I recommend it.

Julien2016-11-08T00:00:00Z

The cabin is cosy, very nicely decorated and has everything you can need. Everything was prepared when we arrived, Magnea provided with all the details we needed before our arrival and even left a little surprise as it was our honeymoon. We particularly enjoyed the jacuzzi! We would definitely recommend this place to anyway who want to spend a few relaxing days not too far from Reykjavik.

Newly renovated 3 bedrooms beachfront recreational home, 30 min. drive from downtown Reykjavik and 25 min from Thingvellir. Kitchen open plan living room with a amazing view over Hvalfjordur, a 30m2 loft with sleeping accommodation for 2 persons, and two bedrooms with single beds. Large garden, ideal for children, with a big trampoline. A big terrace facing south.
Fantastic bird live all around the cabin!!!
The house is located 10 meters from the shoreline, surrounded by greenery and trees and in a quiet picturesque surroundings.
Beautiful and warm Cottage. Open kitchen, dining area and living room with a fireplace. Two rooms with good beds and bathroom with a shower and washing machine.
Upstairs is a room with brand new (2017) double bed.
Sofa bed in the living room and two or three extra mattresses.
There is a wood burning sauna on the property with a one way window overlooking the fjord.
A wonderful place
Seeing is believing:)

My boyfriend and I stayed at the end of March. Stefan waited for us at the cabin even though our flight had been delayed for a couple of hours and we had to go and collect our car rental. The accommodation made our trip - it is the most beautiful setting and is perfect for a quiet get away. We were really lucky, and had great weather for most of the trip, meaning we saw the northern lights twice at the house!! It's not a bad drive into Reykjavik (about 35 mins) because we had booked excursions so we did a lot of driving but the scenery is so beautiful it didn't matter to us. We especially loved playing cards, drinking wine and making the best memories in Stefan's home - a brilliant host. We have recommended to everyone! Thank you!

Charlotte2016-04-08T00:00:00Z

This was the perfect little cottage to start of our honeymoon. It was cosy, comfortable and lovely decorated, which made us feel right at home. I would recommend this cottage to anyone who wants a homely feel on their holiday!

Roxane2014-12-10T00:00:00Z

Stefan and Audur were very welcoming, and made us feel at home in their summer house. They were very helpful offering advice and suggestions about places to visit. The place was just as in the photos, so they give an accurate description of the summer house. The directions to find the place were also well described. The place is warm and cosy and tidy. It is well equipped and the sauna was a real added treat. Swimming off the beach below was also great. Although it's pretty cold, it was warmer than I had anticipated! The summer house, is a magical, beautiful and peaceful place to be in, so thank you Stefan and Audur!

Dominique2014-09-07T00:00:00Z

Just brilliant - perfect in everyway! Amazing place to relax and draw a breath of Icelandic nature. Perfect.

Ása & Alex2014-11-09T00:00:00Z

Stefan was exceptional in helping us find the cabin - meeting us in person and giving us all the information we needed with maps, photos and tips. The cabin itself was beautiful - in the countryside on the beachfront and only 45 minutes drive from Reykjavik. Totally secluded. (I would recommend using a 4x4 to travel there in winter). The cabin itself was homely and warm - and the sauna outside was a bonus. It was very comfy and perfect for relaxing. There was wildlife out on the lake and apparently seals sometimes appear. We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights in full clear view right above us which was a fantastic experience - no need for an expensive tour! All in all - hugely recommended if you want to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle.

Tom2015-01-30T00:00:00Z

So sweet house close beach, we very enjoyable stay at this house and so lovely owner

Riona 2015-01-03T00:00:00Z

Stefan's home is the ideal place to use as a base of travel when you wish to enjoy the city, the NW and SW parts of the country. He's very close to the Golden circle, and some of the beautiful waterfalls along the southern coast are only a few hours away. The home is very well maintained and beautiful. The view is stunning whether it is raining, sunny or snowing. I used the wood stove a few nights which was delightful. At first I was worried the home would get cold at night as the master bed is on the 2nd floor, but it was totally fine. Stephan is a gracious host that despite my arrival time being delayed 2-3 hours due to a rental car mix-up, he met us and gave us a good "tutorial" of the home. The ice lagoon is a good 3 hour drive from the home so make sure you leave early for that one. Otherwise most sights along the southern coast are all easy day trips! I'm definitely going to be coming back to iceland, and back to this warm, cozy home.

Albert2015-11-27T00:00:00Z

Beautiful a-frame tucked away on a fjord beach, exactly as described. We loved staying in this place!

Jess2015-08-19T00:00:00Z

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Entire home/apt

Property Type

Cabin

Accommodates

4

Bedrooms

The house has a great ocean and mountain view. It is by a fjord called Hvalfjörður (Whalefjord) and is only 40 min drive from Reykjavik. It is well located for day trips like the Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes peninsula and many more destinations.

Stylish and bright but still warm, homely and cosy, we loved our stay here. Einar and Rakel were communicative, helpful and considerate, the location is great and the views are just incredible (we loved watching the colours change on the mountains and fjord at sunrise, and were so thrilled to see the Northern Lights on our last night!). Highly recommended.

Elise2016-11-05T00:00:00Z

Stunning waterfront location and very quiet. Plenty of (URL HIDDEN) has delivered nothing. A very nice house.

Bettina2017-03-14T00:00:00Z

We really enjoyed our stay in a very remote rural part of Iceland. A perfect place to stay for fans of nature and Northern Lights. Einar has been a terrific nice host, we really did not miss anything and would definitely choose his place again when coming back to Iceland. We can recommend a stay in winter.

Steven2017-03-05T00:00:00Z

Einar's home is quite honestly a vision of everything a home by the sea should be. The quality of light, the bright white wood interior, the grand piano, the rock collection, the beauty of the surrounding landscapes, this is a magical home that immediately transports you into being, a place to dream, and breathe in the quiet and ever changing scenery. It was so warm and wonderfully crafted, truly an incredible place to spend time, genuinely perfect, so beautiful, truly inspired!

Nicole2017-04-29T00:00:00Z

Really incredible place if you were looking to get out of town and somewhere secluded. The views are amazing, and you really get a great taste of the countryside. Very nice and tidy House, and the pictures don't do it justice. Einar was extremely responsive! Great place for kids too. There's some toys and plenty of space to play outside. One thing to consider-it is about 40 minutes away from Reykjavík and really from any stores/restaurants. This worked out great for us as we planned ahead, but something that prospective guests should be aware of. Very close to amazing natural beauty i.e. Golden Circle.

Greg2017-07-18T00:00:00Z

Einar and Rakel were lovely hosts! The home was a perfect getaway with beautiful design, lovely views and gracious hosts. We had a great time and only wished we could have stayed longer!

Lisa2016-06-04T00:00:00Z

A comfortable and spacious house in a beautiful and quiet place.

Pavel2016-10-23T00:00:00Z

Loved the morning view!

Jutta2017-02-22T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

House

Accommodates

5

Bedrooms

We are offering our second home, a modern 130 sqm cottage villa. The house is located by the lake Meðalfellsvatn with spectacular views and scenery on all sides. The surroundings are very quiet and peaceful.
The house has two floors and a huge porch overlooking the lake and the mountains.
The house is located only 100m from the lake and the bird life is varied and unique.
During the winter the Northern Lights are seen very clearly in this area in the right weather conditions.

We are offering our second home, a modern 130 sqm cottage villa. The house is located by the lake Meðalfellsvatn with spectacular views and scenery on all sides. The surroundings are very quiet and peaceful.
The house has two floors and a huge porch overlooking the lake and the mountains.
The house has:
- Four bedrooms (sleeps 10).
- Big sofa upstairs (sleeps 2).
- Sofa downstairs (sleeps 1).
- A Kids corner.
- One bathroom with a bathtub.
- Large porch.
- Fully equipped kitchen.
- A washer and dryer.
- Flat screen in almost all rooms and a big 200 inch projector
- High-speed WiFi.
- AppleTV
- Entertainment system (Nintendo Wii)
- Office with PC.
Lay Z Spa Inflatable Hot Tub (up to 6 persons) and a BBQ available at extra cost.
Two mountain bikes (male and female) with bike wagon for two kids available at extra cost.
The house is located only 100m from the lake and the bird life is varied and unique. Its possible to fish in the lake and we have wild berries allaround in august.
During the winter the Northern Lights are seen very clearly in this area in the right weather conditions.
The villa is only a 5 minute walk from the the restaurant Kaffi Kjós. The owner and the staff welcome you. It has a very nice view over the lake and you can enjoy a small meal or you can just have a drink. They also offer a small selection of groceries. (They are only open on weekends in the mid winther.
We believe our house is a good choice to enjoy the Icelandic nature and scenery e.g.
- The fjord itself, Hvalfjörður.
- Glymur, the highest waterfall in Iceland.
- Esjan, popular hiking area around Reykjavík.
- The golden circle; Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir.
- Snæfellsnes peninsula and the its national park.
All in all a peaceful and secluded place to stay all year around.
- 90 km (1 1/2 our drive) from the KEF airport.
- 42 km (36 min drive) to downtown Reykjavik.

Would recommend and happily stay again. House: The house had all the amenities we required. It is clearly well loved. It feels functional but homely and was always nice and warm to come back to, with underfloor heating downstairs. There isn't a separate shower, this didn't bother us at all. There are also low, sloping ceilings in the bedroom, again, not an issue for us. 7 of us stayed and each had a separate bed. Up to 8 would fit quite comfortably, but you could also fit more. Location: Secluded location with beautiful views. There are small hot springs with an incredible view 15 minutes away by car (near Hvammsvík). Reykjavik (35mins), golden circle (75 mins) and south coast (120 mins or so) are all accessible by car. The drive to the golden circle in particular was very scenic, passing þórufoss waterfall which is well worth a stop. We visited in March, and would recommend a 4x4. Would also recommend stocking up on food at a supermarket near Reykjavik as there aren't many shops close by. Hagkaup served us well (24 hours). Host: Bob was a very helpful and communicative host. We didn't meet personally, but he was very responsive and clear over email. Overall: We stayed for four days and found it to be a perfect base from which to experience Icelandic countryside.

Joshua2017-04-05T00:00:00Z

We were 12 persons and the house was perfekt. One thing that gave us a bit difficulties was only one bathroom and no shower. (Espesially with some teenagers trevelling along). But we went to swimmingpools and problem solved. Overall we had a wonderful stay and could recomand the house for a big group. We had also a nice visit from a local dog. Communication was very easy and god.

Helga2017-07-01T00:00:00Z

Bob's house is amazing! Really homely and nicely furnished. The location was easy to find and it was definetly nicer than staying in the city.

Amelia2017-07-21T00:00:00Z

Great scenic place to stay not too far from Reykjavik

Aslan2017-03-11T00:00:00Z

I have used air bnb a lot offer the past few years and met some lovely people but this by far my best experience. Not only was the house perfect in every way but Bob was the perfect host. He is so responsive and helpful. The house has the most wonderful family feeling and for us was the perfect location as it is remote enough to feel like you are really getting away from it all but close enough to shops and the city. We had a perfect holiday and thanks to Bob and his family for letting us stay in their gorgeous house.

Lesley2017-02-25T00:00:00Z

Prompt and useful communication with Bob. Excellent location with a local dog visitor. Very well equipped with most cleaning and cooking needs. Pretty much everything was perfect aside from the bathroom. For large groups (we went as a group of 7) one toilet was slightly less than satisfactory, as was the bath/shower, with varying low pressure and no splash coverage. Sink was relatively high up which can be uncomfortable for those around 165cm tall or lower. These are minor issues which are perfectly manageable and are outweighed by the strong benefits of the rest of the house. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay at Bob's cabin again.

Juliette2017-06-19T00:00:00Z

Bob was a great host. He answered all questions and helped us with everything. I would stay again for sure.

Anthony2017-07-10T00:00:00Z

We had the most fantastic few days in Bob's home - it's spacious, very tastefully and modernly decorated, in a beautiful spot and secluded - how could we ask for more?! Bob was also a fantastic host, usually responding within an hour or so to all questions and queries. We'll definitely be back - I can't recommend it highly enough! Ryan & Victoria

Ryan2017-05-22T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Chalet

Accommodates

13

Bedrooms

Leirá lodge is a little lodge by a salmon and sea trout river.
Even though it is small, it is very cosy. There is one bedroom with 2 x single rooms, a sleeping loft with plenty of space for 2 guests and a double sofa bed.
The lodge is located in about 40 min drive North of Reykjavik

Wonderful location and very cozy cabin. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Dawn2017-07-10T00:00:00Z

If you want to stay in a house, next to a river, and see birds flying before the windows, you certainly have to hire this little house. Enough space for 4 persons, and cosy for 6 :). You find the place easy with the instructions of Harpa. We spend two lovely nights.

Hans2017-06-15T00:00:00Z

住的最差的一个房子,房子很小,打开一个行李箱都感觉房子无处下脚,往阁楼上爬的梯子也松动了,总感觉要掉下来

仰2017-08-09T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Cabin

Accommodates

6

Bedrooms

The house is a 90 m2 house built in 2008 in the old traditional style of icelandic houses from passed years.
It is a quiet, modern and beautiful house in the north of Iceland located in Kjos.
Registration number for renting a home is HG-(PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN).

It is a quiet, modern and beautiful house in the south west of Iceland located in Kjos which is in close range north of Reykjavik (35km). It is also a short drive to Thingvellir which is the most frequently visited tourist site in Iceland.
The house is surrounded by 10 acres of fields and there we keep our three horses and two young mares. The house is surrounded by beautiful countryside, mountains, mountain trails, rivers and the fishing lake, Medalfellsvatn were you can go fishing during the summer time using the boat that comes with the house.
The place is perfect for four people and very good for six people.

The place is surrounded with mountains and farm animals like horses and sheeps. Nearby is Hvalfjordur with its long, black (cold) beaches. Within 30 minutes drive you have Thingvellir and Reykjavík.

The surroundings are breathtaking and the house itself is highly convenient and elegant. We are particularly thankful to Gudrun to have rented us the house for an extra 4 days, when I broke my ankle and had to undergo a surgery. We could not drive anymore to the west fjords anf finding another house would have been time consuming. Gudrun postpone her own holidays .This is without speaking about the fact Gudrun welcomed us in Reykjavik when we arrived and was kind enough to lead us to the house. We never think of our holidays far in advance. But for once, we already know what we are looking forward for next july : Iceland and one week at Anna's and Gudrun's. Definitely advise this indeed unique house. Thank you.

karine2016-07-20T00:00:00Z

Gudrun and Anna were wonderful and gracious hosts. Gudrun guided us to the house where she oriented us to the house and surroundings. The house a great and comfortable escape into the country, yet close enough to easily get to the golden circle and Reykavik. We had a wonderful stay.

Steve2017-05-30T00:00:00Z

The host was fantastic. It was quite clear from the get-go that we were welcome in their home. This is my first experience with Airbnb and to be honest this host set the bar so high. The entire process was amazing from start to finish and the home was exactly as listed and pictured on the website. The location was fantastic. Views were amazing. Overall the best possible outcome for using Airbnb I highly recommend this post that she and her beautiful home exceeded my expectations.

Steve2016-05-20T00:00:00Z

What an incredible place!!! This was the best first spot to land, to sleep off jet lag and feel at home in the country. It was clean, and in such a magical location. Definitely recommended...wished we had stayed longer. Thank you, Anna!!

Holly2017-06-05T00:00:00Z

Good value for a clean and well kept home. Nice, cozy and warm. Great view. Host was easy to reach when we had questions and needed something.

Gee2017-06-18T00:00:00Z

Hermann's home was in the most ideal location, in close driving distance to everything yet so quiet. The house was beautiful, everything inside is clean and new. The first night at 2 AM, there were sheep grazing directly next to my window, horses are always in sight and there is beautiful nature. I enjoyed staying there for two nights and would visit again.

Janelle2015-07-05T00:00:00Z

We liked the House immediately and enjoyed the surroundings with horses and sheeps. Our host Anna was very helpfull and provided us with information about the opportu-nities on Island.

Lars 2017-07-27T00:00:00Z

The house is charming, pleasant and especially well equipped for cooking and resting (TV and WiFi). The living room is functional and above all a view of the lake and the small river! Everything is consistent with the description with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The calm is present! Anna came to bring us the keys and give us information about the region as Gudrun by text that has been very responsive and available.

Sébastien2017-04-15T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

House

Accommodates

4

Bedrooms

The cottage is close to the sea and you can see the seals play along the shore. The cottage although small is ideal for 2-4 person. It´s well equipped and has a hot tub on the veranda, where you can soak while enjoying the view.

There is a bedroom with a double bed and there is a double sleeping sofa in the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a gas grill on the veranda.

Our farm, Kalastaðir, where the cottage is located is only 55 km from Reykjavík in a beautiful landscape. The location is ideal for day trip sightseeing tours to tourist attractions in the South and West part of Iceland e.g. Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, Snæfellsnes and Borgarfjordur. The cottage is close to the sea and the view is breathtaking.

What an incredible location! We loved our stay and enjoyed the hot pot under the northern lights. Wifi was pretty poor when other cottages were occupied (hard to connect), but otherwise faultless. Thanks!

Ben2016-03-31T00:00:00Z

Our family (with two teenage sons) had a wonderful week's' visit to beautiful Iceland ! We loved our cozy cottage as it was exactly as described and the setting was absolutely stunning ! I will note that we will rent cabin number three (two bedrooms) for our next visit so the boys have a bit more room; however, our boys have great memories and laughs of sharing the pullout sofa ! The location is great for day trips as we traveled over 1800 km during our visit ! If you will be making many trips through the tunnel, it would be best to purchase a toll card as the tolls do add up since they are collected both ways. We have so many great memories...too many to share here....but the Blue Lagoon, Snaefellsnes the beautiful western peninsula (inside the cave at Vatnshellir), touring Borgarnes (great museum and restaurant), Geysir, Gullfoss, black sand beach of Vik, Skogafoss, Sunday worship services at Hallgrimskirkja, walking Reykjavik, and the Viking World museum are a few of our highlights ! Thank you very much Brynja and Thorvaldur for sharing your accommodations. Best regards, The Water(URL HIDDEN)

Amy2016-06-22T00:00:00Z

Brynja's cottage was the best part about our stay in Iceland. The views were incredible. The cottage was very clean and it had everything we needed -- and more. Brynja was warm and welcoming, and she was quick to respond to our questions. Definitely recommend staying here if you're planning a multi-day stay in this beautiful country.

Daniel2017-05-28T00:00:00Z

The scenic view from the cottage is therapeutic and soothing, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Most recommended, host were great too and definitely worth the money!

Teddy2017-05-03T00:00:00Z

We loved it! Didn't want to leave, definitely want to come back! The view from the hot tub was amazing, thank you very much, Brynja.

Sophie Louisa2016-08-02T00:00:00Z

Gorgeous location, stellar views, and a great place to stay!

Marissa2017-03-17T00:00:00Z

Had a wonderful time staying in Brynja's place! We checked in with much ease and were delighted with the cabin and how it was presented. The area itself was beautiful, not only with stunning views in the day but also we were able to see the Northern Lights in the evening. We did not see Brynja much due to being out and about a lot, however when we did speak she was very helpful and informative! Would definitely recommend staying here!

Will2016-11-29T00:00:00Z

If this place is in your consideration, book it! The cottage was well equipped, clean and beautiful. The location is one of the prettiest I've ever seen. There's a black sand beach in your backyard! Our hosts were so informative, easy to communicate with and very hospitable. We would have loved to stay longer but it was not in our plans. Do note, that there is a toll to get from Reyjkavik through to Arkanes of 1000 kr. I understand why Brynja is a superhost!

Whitney2017-02-18T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Bungalow

Accommodates

4

Bedrooms

Two story custom built family cottage (100m2) with spectacular views, large patio with whirlpool, small yards and big natural garden with small streams in a safe and quiet gated cottage area in a beautiful valley in Hvalfjordur. Only 30 min drive from Reykjavik city limit and close to a number of tourist attractions like the Golden Circle.
Cozy and comfortable; a perfect getaway for couples, adventure spot for families and groups of friends. Amazing Northern Lights frequent when dark at night.

The cottage is fully equipped and has wooden panels both on the outside and inside, and laminate floors (tiles in bathroom).
A large patio is all around the house with e.g. a whirlpool (hot tub), patio set, and a large gas grill (barbecue).
GROUND FLOOR
Ground floor has 1) an entrance with closets for overcoats, cleaning supplies etc.; 2) an open dining and living area with a patio door, dining table, sofa/sofa table, buffets, and a fully equipped open kitchen; 3) large family room with a flat screen TV, a DVD player and multi-media hard drive, leather corner sofa/sofa table, toy box, and a desk/office chair with a computer available to guests; 4) kids bedroom with a bunk bed, bedside table, closet, bins with toys, and a container full of LEGOs; 5) bathroom with a large shower and laundry area (washer and dryer); and 6) bedroom with a large bunk-bed (lower bunk 120cm, upper bunk 90cm) and a chest of drawers.
SECOND FLOOR
The second floor has a large (master)bedroom with a sloping ceiling, a California King size bed, bedside tables, chest of drawers, and a balcony with a small patio set.
GENERAL
Seven comfy pillows and comforters with sheets, and a few blankets are in the house. Beds have protective sheets. Large and small towels.
For infants/toddlers: Two Tripp trapp chairs (no straps), IKEA high chair, two playpens (travel cribs/beds) with infant sized pillow/comforter/sheets and soft blankets, infant swing, kids tableware, bibs, stroller (front with a seat for infant/toddler, back for standing toddler/young child), stepping stool, potty, toilet insert, infant bath tub and hooded towel.
Fire extinguishers (up- and downstairs), fire escape ladder for balcony, first-aid kit, fire blanket, vacuum cleaner, small hairdryer, iron/small iron board and much more is available to guests.
Natural/organic hand soaps, shampoo, conditioner, shower soap, washing liquid, dishwasher detergent and cleaning supplies are available for guests.
The kitchen has good storage space, and e.g. a microwave, oven with a ceramic stove, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster, coffee maker, boiler, digital scale, bowls, pots and pans, kitchenware for around 8-10, a shelve with spices and a few other things for cooking that guests are welcome to use as well as a drawer with foils, bags etc.
We have board games, playing cards, books, etc. in the cabinets that the guests are welcome to use.
The only closet "off limit" is the one in the TV room where we store our private things, and the one above the microwave in the kitchen. The storage area under the house is also off limit.

Spectacular Northern Lights (aurora borealis) can be seen frequently during winter (or after it gets dark at night sometime in August).
The cottage area is in a beautiful valley (Eilífsdalur = Eternal Valley in Miðdalur = Center Valley) with small family farms, roaming livestock, large mountains, waterfalls, rivers, creeks and a number of hiking opportunities.
The fjord (Hvalfjordur = Whale Fjord) is spectacular and can be seen from the balcony (not the ocean during summer because the trees have grown so tall) and from the hills and certain parts of the road behind the cottage, and is only a few minutes drive from the area.
Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is only a 30 min drive (city limit); 40-45 min to the city center in good driving conditions.
Keflavik, the International Airport, is a 70-80 min drive (89 km) in good driving conditions.
A small store called Kaffi Kjós (Café Kjos) - open during weekends in Apr-May and every day during the summer - is in the next valley (East) by Meðalfellsvatn (Medalfell-lake), a 12-15 min drive.
Meðalfellsvatn (Meðalfell is the name of the fell/small mountain) is a beautiful lake with trout and salmon where the public can fish for a small fee.
The closest gas station and a small convenience store (Kjalarnes) is a 15 min drive towards Reykjavik. The closest (heated) swimming pool - not fancy.
The closest large supermarket/town (Mosfellsbær) is a 25-30 min drive (towards Reykjavik) with e.g. one of the nicest outdoor (and indoor) swimming pools in Iceland (Lagafellslaug) with three slides, several hot tubs and more. Open all year.
One of the most famous salmon rivers in Iceland, Laxá í Kjós is a 10 min drive (East).
The tallest waterfall in Iceland, Glymur is in the bottom of the fjord. A famous hike trail (Leggjabrjótur) starts there (22,51 km / approx 3 hours).
The national park, Thingvellir (a part of the "Golden Circle") is a 40-45 min drive.

This was a wonderful home base for our trip to Iceland! The place was very cozy and comfortable. I only wish the weather had been better during our visit, but that is always a gamble. I would definitely recommend staying here and would consider staying here again on my next trip to Iceland (because there is still so much more to see).

Ashley2016-12-09T00:00:00Z

This was a fantastic place to stay. We love nature and hiking so this was ideal for us. It is a beautiful house in a beautiful location, very peaceful and quiet. Everything in this cottage is very high standards for a holiday house in the country. The hot tub was a great addition to our afternoons and evenings. We climbed the hill behind the house and the view from the top was amazing. We stayed a week in Iceland in 5 different places and this was by far the best. We felt very lucky to find it here.

Elizabeth2015-07-04T00:00:00Z

This place is a little hidden gem. Cozy, well equipped, idyllic are just some word to describe this place. Set in a mountain valley not too far from the city, this cottage had everything to offer and more. It is convenient location for many sight seeing opportunity. Oddny was very accommodating and we were all made to feel very much at home. This is definitely somewhere I would recommend.

Hayley2016-10-28T00:00:00Z

Thank you Oddny. Thank you Palmi. Your cottage was absolutely fantastic. Exactly as on the pictures. We had a lot of pleasure staying in your beautiful country house. The area is very calm but still not to far from Mosfellsbaer or Reykjavik. We especially enjoyed the hot tub on the terrace with the tremendous view on the valley. We loved it! Five stars!

Dominique2016-07-15T00:00:00Z

The cottage was by far one of my best experiences of airbnb. Before our stay we were given so many tips and advice for our holiday on amazing walks, locations and general local advice. The cottage was easy to find and an ideal location. We were amazed at the cottage on arrival that exceeded our expectations and even better than the photos inside and out. The cottage was spacious and had all the amenities needed and we were even lucky enough to see the northern lights from our hot tub our first and second night. We will definitely be coming back.

Debbie2017-04-01T00:00:00Z

Oddny is an amazing host. She checks on us to see if everything is fine so that we can sort out the necessary. Her home is very comfortable. We feel right at home when we arrived. She is always there when you need to ask questions. Oddny is definitely helpful. Would recommend you guys to stay over when in Iceland.

Farahdiana2015-09-29T00:00:00Z

The lodge was beautiful and location stunning. we had all the information we needed in the house manual and anything else we needed advice on or help with Oddny was at the end of the phone or email.

REBECCA2016-05-08T00:00:00Z

The wooden cottage looks from outside well-kept and invitingly. The house inside is modern and comfortably furnished with everything we need for our visit. It was very clean and lovingly decorated. We felt completely at home. The house has a wonderful outlook over the valley and the mountains. Surrounded by this landscape it was easy to relax in the "hottub". It was great. We can`t get enough. The location of the house is conveniently situated to experience Iceland. A lot of nice places are close by. We recommend the house to our family and friends and we would like to stay a second time. Thank you Oddny for beeing in good hands. Best wishes for you and your family Uli,Ute and Felix from Neuss, Germany

Ute2015-10-12T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Cabin

Accommodates

6

Bedrooms

Our cozy country home is located only 35 min. drive from Reykjavik by the lake Medafellsvatn.
The panoramic view over the lake and mountains is breathtaking all year around.
The cabin is equipped with all necessities incl. hot tub (not available from oct 15th-apr 1st approx.)
Bed linens and towels are provided. We ask our guests to re-use towels as possible.

The main cabin (43 m2) and guesthouse (25m2) stands separated. The guesthouse is behind the main cabin.
The main cabin is surrounded by a patio on three sides with a small shed, a large bbq grill (gas) and the hot tub just out side the main door. The hot tub is not available during winter time (from oct15th-apr 1st, approx.)
MAIN CABIN:
For 4 adults (only) and one child. There are two bedrooms.
(If you have more than 4 adults in your party, you need to book the guesthouse as well. See info and prices below, under "Guest access").
Bedroom 1: has a double bed (140 cm).
Bedroom 2: has a two level bunker-bed, with a double bed below (130 cm) and single bed above (90 cm). The bed above is ONLY for a child under 12 years.
Bed linens and towels are provided. We do not have a washing machine, but we do have extra towels/beddings if needed.
The bathroom in the main house has a shower installed.
The kitchen is in the living area and is equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, microwave, coffee machine, toaster and all other kitchenware needed.
The living room has a dining table for up to 10 people (expandable), a sofa, chair and a cabinet. There is a 40 inch LED flat screen tv.
THE GUESTHOUSE:
It is for 4-6 persons.
There is a common space, a small bedroom and a bathroom (without a shower).
The common space has a "king" bed (2x 90cm), and a single bed that can be extended to a double bed (90cm+80cm), a refrigerator, tv and dvd.
In the small bedroom there are 4 bunk beds (upper beds for kids under 12).
There is only cold water in the bathroom (sink) in the guesthouse.
The private parking lot has room for 4-5 cars.
THE AREA:
There is a restaurant and bar Kaffi Kjos just a 10 min walking distance away. Kaffi Kjos has a small store where you can buy food and drinks. There is a partial opening time during the winter time. Please go to: kaffi kjos online to see opening hours.
During wintertime you will need a 4WD car to get to the cabin.

Hiking is great near lake Medafellsvatn, there are many marked hiking trails in the area. The famous salmon river Laxá is just a five minutes drive away.
Hvalfjordur is popular for sight seeing, there you can go to the highest waterfall in Iceland Glymur, a magnificent hiking experience.
The national park Thingvellir is 30 min. away and the Golden circle is a short distance east of Thingvellir. Heated swimming pool is about 15 minutes away. Golf course is 15 minutes away.

My partner and I stayed for 3 nights at Jara's cabin. It was really beautiful, just as it looks in the pictures. It was very clean and contained everything we needed for our stay. It was also in a great location - not too far from the airport or other attractions (such as the Blue Lagoon and National Park) and also amongst beautiful mountains and a lake. We would definitely consider staying at the cabin if we come back to Iceland in the future.

Hannah2016-05-31T00:00:00Z

Amazing location! Very quiet and a great place to return to after a long day of sight seeing. Highly recommended!

Patrick2016-10-12T00:00:00Z

Fantastic experience made better by the use of Jara's beautiful cabin. Great hosts kept in contact throughout our trip to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. If we come back to Iceland we will definitely be look to book here again!

Alexandra2016-05-23T00:00:00Z

Jara was an excellent host before and during our stay at her home. She was very helpful. The cabin was clean, comfortable, and has a fantastic view that we never got tired of! Our family of 7 did quite well in her home and guest home. I highly recommend anyone who wants to experience Iceland and all that it has to offer to stay in this beautiful location!

Tia2017-08-09T00:00:00Z

We loved it here! We spent 3 nights here and couldn't have been happier with the cabin. Jara was very easy to communicate with and provided all that we needed for our stay. We hope to come back again.

Michelle2016-09-08T00:00:00Z

The view from the house is magnificent. I enjoyed going for long runs in the beautiful setting. The hot tub in the house was very popular with the children. Jara and Einar made sure that the house was ready ahead of time for our arrival and provided all the necessary information. They also checked with us regularly whether everything was fine and whether we needed any assistance. We were also blessed with lovely weather throughout the stay. It was a great experience and we enjoyed staying at Jara's and Einar's lovely home.

chinthaka2016-07-09T00:00:00Z

Jara's place is not only cozy but very picturesque.. Jara and Einar, both as hosts are wonderful and very helpful and prompt to respond.. my family and I had a very comfortable stay. I will definitely come back and stay at their house again.. :))

Bijal2016-10-01T00:00:00Z

So so so glad we booked our first air bnb here - we had a great experience! Jara's place is beautiful, and it was perfect for our family. The kids could safely play in the garden, and we enjoyed exploring the lake and admiring the view over the mountains. Jara was a great host and easy to communicate with. We couldn't have asked for better stay!

Karen2017-04-13T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Cabin

Accommodates

10

Bedrooms

A cozy room with a neat single bed for you. A shared kitchen is available but there is also a restaurant next door. The guesthouse includes bathrooms with showers and a living room with a TV. Perfect if you're looking for an affordable place to stay on your trip to Iceland.

The guesthouse has space for 17 persons total.

The place is in the countryside, on the bank of a salmon river with a whole lot a nature around and good views.

Room type

Property Type

Accommodates

Bedrooms

Our cosy cottage, which is only 42km (40 min.) from Reykjavík is a creative outlet for us and our kids and we love to share the magic with others.

Eyjatjorn cottage is 45 m2 and decorated with great care. You will find plenty of Icelandic handcrafted stuff to enjoy. Two bedrooms, cozy living room, dining area, kitchen, restroom and an outdoor shower. The kitchen is well equipped with big refrigerator and a span cooker. There is also an outside cooking area equipped with gas BBQ.

We had a great time at the cosy Eyjatjorn Cottage :-) We really enjoyed the peaceful neighbourhood, the beautiful view and the refreshing outdoor shower. We liked watching the swans, sheep and horses we could see from the big window and having a home for the evenings after nice day-trips and hikes.The cottage is perfect for relaxing and a perfect location for doing trips at the Golden Circle and the Hvalfjördur Fjord or the mountain Esja. Thank you Gigi and Jon, for sharing your cottage :)

Gabriela2016-08-31T00:00:00Z

Coasy cottage.

Rikke2017-07-29T00:00:00Z

We had an amazing time. The view is incredible, the cottage cosy and well equipped and our girls loved the trampoline. We were sad to leave and wished we could have stayed for longer. Highly recommended.

Natalie2017-07-21T00:00:00Z

The host canceled this reservation 57 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.

Katharina2016-05-15T00:00:00Z

We loved the house. At first shower in the street he scared us a bit, but then I loved the experience. the house is a place to unwind and interact with nature. beautiful views. the mat one pass. a lot of details.

Juan Carlos2016-07-31T00:00:00Z

One word: magnificent. This cabin is truly a magical escape into the beautiful countryside of Iceland, while still being an easy drive from the city (though quite honestly not even worth it, you won't want to leave this porch). Check-in was easy, directions were simple and the cabin was comfortable for cooking, sleeping and cleaning (the outdoor shower is so fun and refreshing). If you buy groceries just be aware there's no stove, but even better, a grill! A short drive to the city, the magic of this place lies in its proximity to the natural wonders of Iceland. Take the long way to Akranes (skip the tunnel), walk out the backyard at 8pm and hike up the mountain, stop and look at the horses, hop on the trampoline with a stunning background, the beauty is endless. Bring books, a deck of cards and enjoy your cozy time at the cabin, you won't regret it!

Eleanor2017-06-10T00:00:00Z

Fantastic location, just the right amount of being off the beaten track with easy access to all routes to other parts of the island. All the family enjoyed being here and watching the wildlife live out their lives on the lake right outside the door. Don't be put of by the outside shower, it's great :) my wife now in wants one in our garden. The cottage is cozy, well equipped and had lovely touches. Thank you Gudbjorg!

Ken2017-07-08T00:00:00Z

This is a magical beautiful place! Not too far from Reykjavik but you will be transformed by the quaint and pretty little cottage, the spectacular views. Be prepared to walk down a little path down from the road to get to the cottage, but once you get there, you will oooh and aaaah! Also charming is the outdoor shower. My citified family will think of this (and smile) for months to come! What a lovely vacation experience! Hope to not make it once-in-a-lifetime by coming back to this place again,

Monica2017-08-20T00:00:00Z

Room type

Entire home/apt

Property Type

Bungalow

Accommodates

5

Bedrooms

A lovely little house just about 35 minutes outside of Reykjavik in a beautiful and exclusive summerhouse area. It is snuggled in a circle of mountains making it a perfect spot to enjoy a hot drink by the fire and relax with your friends and family!

We are renting out our little jewel of a cottage only 35 minutes from Reykjavík in a beautiful valley in the remarkable Hvalfjordur (Whale Fjord). It is a charming house with a large and well grown garden including a football field, a kid’s playground with swings, sandbox and a slide as well as a balcony accessible from the living room overlooking the garden.
The cottage is a family/business project that we renovated to enjoy for ourselves as well as rent out to friendly guests. The interior is designed and decorated by ourselves and our main focus of influence was comfort, charm and cosiness.
The house is the perfect getaway for couples, families and a group of friends while the capital and a number of tourist attractions, including the Golden Circle, is only minutes away. The valley where the cottage lies includes beautiful walkways and it seems like the perfect location to shoot some episodes of “The Game of Thrones” with its mountain hugging landscape.
Upon entry welcoming you is a pleasant little hallway with a chair, hangers for outerwear as well as a shoe rack. A large mirror makes the area seem more spacious and it is well lit with an old style light fitting and behind the entry door you will find the staircase to the loft. A lovely little bathroom is on your left with a shower, soaps, towels and all amenities.
Right across the front door you will find the main bedroom which is furnished and decorated in light and soft tones. The queen size bed is covered with loads of cushions, a warm throw and a lamp but this space is perfect to relax and catch up on a little book read. It has a large cabinet for storage and a rack for the bed cover and throws.
Next door we have the second bedroom decorated in darker tones of blacks, greys and greens. It is a very relaxing space and the 120cm bed is a comfortable hangout with all its cushions, throws and bedcovers (see the comfort theme here?) This room is softly lid with lamps creating a relaxed and cosy lighting. A storage in the form of a dresser as well as a rack of hangers plus a bracket for the bed cover. Behind the door you will find a full size mirror and a chair for those loads of pillows.
The open kitchen, living, dining family room is combined in one open space with a fireplace, a flat screen TV with a DVD player (and loads of DVD movies at site), Internet access point and a Radio with auxilary input for iPod etc. We also have some board games, deck of cards and puzzles for guests to use at will.
The corner sofa is made up of a single bed and is fully functioning as such with removable cushions. Across the sofabed is a comfy chair making the living room a wonderful space around the fireplace to enjoy a relaxed time. The dining table is surrounded with 5 chairs and a bench fitting in total 8-9 people in front of a buffet filled with glasses, dishes, tea lights etc.
An open fully equipped kitchen meets the hallway with a refrigerator/freezer, oven with ceramic stoves, a dishwasher, toaster, pots and pans, kitchenware for around 8-10 a shelve with spices and a few other things for cooking that guests are welcome to use as well as a drawer with foils, bags etc., Good storage space is in the form of closed cabinets as well as open shelving.
We get major pleasure out of serving food on attractive trays so a variety of plates and saucers are here to be used. We do love our coffee so the kitchen includes a coffeemaker as well as a French press. Of course we also have a water boiler and a variety of tea and hot chocolate powder. On the balcony you will find a BBQ and we encourage you to enjoy the stay, eat loads and have a swell time: That’s what a vacation is for anyways, right? ;)
The staircase is behind the main entry door leading to the sloping loft which has half ceiling height. The loft is a favourite space for many whereas it is so very cosy and hugging. Here you will find the third double bed of queen size with a little window overlooking the valley, matching cushions and throws of course. The loft also has another single bed, perfect for one adult or a teenager that doubles as a hang about “sofa” in front of a second TV with a DVD player. In the storage below the TV/DVD you can also find a variety of books in Icelandic and some in English. The storage next to the bed on the loft holds extra bedding.
A travel crib with a fitted sheet, an infant sized down pillow and comforter with covers, and a soft blanket can be sorted for guests, simply state you have an infant or a toddler before arrival and we will sort that out for you.
Fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, vacuum cleaner, mop, rugs and a small hairdryer are available.
Soaps, shampoo, conditioner, shower soap, hand moisturizer, washing liquid, dishwasher detergent and cleaning supplies are available for guests.

The cottage is located in a clean, safe and quiet gated cottage area with around 100 cottages, each having approx. a hectare of land around it.
The cottage area is in a beautiful valley (Eilifsdalur = Eternal Valley) with small family farms, large mountains, waterfalls, rivers, creeks and a number of hiking opportunities.
The last 7 km, after you turn into Middalur, is a gravel road so please drive carefully. We will also be in contact if we see you need a 4WD that is essential when we have snow and slippery roads, we will let you know ahead of time it that is necessary.
The cottage has a private parking area with gravel for 2-3 cars.
The fjord (Hvalfjordur/Whale Fjord) is spectacular and is only a few minutes drive from the area.
Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is only a 30 min drive (city limit); 45 min to the city centre.
Keflavik, the International Airport, 70-80 min drive (89 km).
A small store called Kaffi Kjos - open during weekends in Apr-May and every day during the summer - is in the next valley (East) by Medalsfellsvatn, a 10 min drive.
Medalfellsvatn is a beautiful lake with trout and salmon where the public can fish for a small fee.
The closest gas station and a small convenience store (Kjalarnes), a 15 min drive towards Reykjavik. The closest (heated) swimming pool - not fancy.
The closest large supermarket/town (Mosfellsbaer), a 25 min drive (towards Reykjavik) with e.g. a fantastic heated outdoor swimming pool with three slides, several hot tubs and more.
One of the most famous salmon rivers in Iceland, Laxa i Kjos, a 10 min drive (East).
The tallest waterfall in Iceland, Glymur, a 20 min drive plus approx. 20 min walk (in the bottom of the fjord). A famous hike trail (Leggjabrjotur) starts there (22,51 km / approx. 3 hours).
The national park, Thingvellir (a part of the "Golden Circle"), a 40 min drive.
For additional information we do have restaurant recommendations for Reykjavík City centre and a little brochure can be found at the cottage to use at your convenience.

My family of four had a great stay at this comfortable and cozy bungalow located in a beautiful area of Iceland, just north of Reykjavik. With easy access to the city as well as points along the Golden Circle, this was a great spot. When it was best to hunker down (we actually experienced a day with hurricane force winds and rain which prevented travel), the home was well stocked with games and DVDs as well as a wood-burning stove to make that experience enjoyable as well. We highly recommend this home for your stay in Iceland!

Matthew2017-04-18T00:00:00Z

We felt very welcomed into this lovely cabin in the most beautiful surroundings! The carefully chosen decor is inspiring, the hospitality warm and the communication with our host was excellent! Would stay here again for sure! We saw the northern lights on our first night which was such a brilliant experience!!!

Leanne2016-10-03T00:00:00Z

We spent 4 days in this very nice bungalow. The location is perfect, with easy access to several attractions around. We had the chance to see the Northern lights every night, peaceful and quiet, no light pollution, amazing 360° view on the mountains. Looks like on the photos, no bad surprise. Very good service from the hosts, a place to recommend, nice decoration. We will come back to iceland, we really enjoyed it. Everything needed was included

Pascal2016-04-15T00:00:00Z

Cute, lovely cottage. Very well equipped!! Perfect!!

Ariane2017-06-18T00:00:00Z

The house is in a beautiful countryside surrounding. It is very well decorated and cozy. Of course you need a car to get there, but thats all in the description. If there is any problem, you just have to call or text them and you get an answer pretty fast. All in all one of the best places we've been so far.

Ramon2017-08-10T00:00:00Z

We got friendly and clear instructions as to how to get to the bungalow. The description and pictures of the house were very accurate. The surroundings and the bungalow were both most relaxing, beautiful and cozy :)

Tineke2016-08-15T00:00:00Z

Beautiful and spacious house in a wonderful location! The hosts are always available to facilitate the stay. S is one felt at home. C is by far the nicest rental we had on our two week stay in Iceland made in eight stages. We specially recommend this house. Thank you a thousand times for having accepted to host us. We advise this house with pleasure !!!

Minh Ha2016-08-12T00:00:00Z

The place was absolutely perfect - everything we wanted to do was easily accessible and our cottage was clean with beautiful views!